1980 Audi UR vs. 1952 Austin A
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 725 kg more than 1980 Audi UR.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1952 Austin A | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | UR | A |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
